A keeping room is a space adjacent to the kitchen where friends and family can gather to hang out with the cook while they prepare a meal.

Archer & Buchanan Architecture | New Breakfast Area, Kitchen with fireplace and Sitting Area in addition to 1830s farmhouse. #farmhouse #fireplace #stonehearth #kitchenisland #pancoastclifford #patriciagorman #donpearsephotographers

The week leading up to Halloween always tends to be dreary, which makes us want to cozy up with a cup of tea in front of a fireplace. Since we don’t have fireplaces in our kitchens, we’ll just have to do the next best thing: imagine ourselves hanging out in one of these warm and inviting spaces. Wood-Burning Stove – Bruce Hemming Photography: Our favorite part about this kitchen (in addition to the fireplace with the stove) is the copper pot display hanging above it.

Brick corner fireplace in kitchen #fireplace #fireplaceideas #corner #decorhomeideas

These 10 chic kitchens take a farmhouse-style aesthetic to the next level. See how some of the design talents on Dering Hall interpret a classic motif in different ways.

The heart of the home is even lovelier with a stylish hearth

The Elizabeth Ryan Interiors interior design portfolio featuring projects in Dallas, TX and beyond.

Although 500 years have passed since the construction of the Palladian villas of Italy’s Veneto region, this architectural style is still a source of inspiration in the design world. The 'V House' features a contemporary Palladian style and is a stunning tribute to the use of natural stone.

This European farmhouse style home located in Austin Texas was designed by Vanguard Studio, in collaboration with custom home builder Sendero Homes.

ELEGANCE. COMFORT. HARMONY.